Planning appeal decision
26 Kenton Lane, Harrow, HA3 8TX
Planning appeal 3295877 at 26 Kenton Lane, Harrow, HA3 8TX (London Borough of Harrow) was dismissed on 25 June 2022 by Inspector Westbrook J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed side and rear extensions on the character and appearance of the appeal property and the neighbouring properties in the locality along Kenton Lane.
the construction of a part single-storey rear extension, part first-floor rear and side extension, with insertion of 2 roof lights and associated internal alterations
- Authority
- London Borough of Harrow
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Westbrook J
- Postcode
- HA3 8TX
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed side and rear extensions on the character and appearance of the appeal property and the neighbouring properties in the locality along Kenton Lane
What decided it
The incongruous and inappropriate roof detail of the proposed extension, in the context of its relationship to the side gable and rear dormer, would be harmful to the character and appearance of the host property and would conflict with Policy CS1, Policy DM1, and SPD guidance on household extensions.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy CS1Policy DM1
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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